Unlawfully possessing drugs as a minor is a significant crime. If you're called because your child has been using a friend's medications and has been caught, then you should be prepared to deal with the possible consequences your child could face. There's no question...
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Minors and alcohol: The rules and exceptions
It's easy to think that your child doesn't have any kind of problem that would lead to issues with the law. They're just experimenting or acting out because of their age, you might think. However, you should know that children can end up in trouble, and they can break...
Do you have to report it if your child commits a crime?
It can be absolutely devastating to find out that your child has broken the law. Whether it's drinking and driving or breaking and entering, there's nothing you wouldn't do to have them take back their actions and avoid the consequences that could come their way if...
Does your child have a problem with authority?
There is no question that your child is their own person. They have a strong personality and have always had a sense of what they want to do. If someone tries to get in their way, they can become aggressive or even violent. As a parent, it's difficult to know how to...
Can parents face charges for their children’s actions?
When you have a child, you're taking on a major responsibility. You need to raise them correctly, so that they don't harm others or violate laws. You want to raise them to have good moral standards and to be kind. Unfortunately, some kids do go through phases where...
Imprisonment: A complex issue for the criminal justice system
Imprisonment was not always what it is today in the United States. However, a series of law enforcement actions and sentencing policy changes meant that there was a dramatic increase in the number of people going to prison. The War on Drugs began in the 1980s, and...
If your child is taken into custody, learn what to expect next
Juvenile crimes are taken seriously in Texas. While adults know that children make mistakes and do things that they later regret, juvenile crimes are still punishable by law. The courts are generally understanding but will move to prosecute and convict minors who have...
Juvenile drug crimes can lead to trouble
Juvenile drug crimes happen when a person under the age of 18 is in possession of, distributes or otherwise manipulates a restricted or illicit substance without a legal reason for doig so. Possessing illegal drugs is a crime in every state, and that possession can...
Here are some ways to handle the stress of a first-time offense
If you have committed a crime and this is the first time you've done so, then you're a first-time offender. A first-time offense can be challenging in a lot of ways. You may have guilt about what happened or struggle to understand what charges you face. This is when...
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